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Interior
Interior
Living area
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bowral, NSW
  • Corbett Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Centennial Vineyards
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

woodland retreat - guest studio

A chic space with Mt Gibralter as your backdrop, set in a garden full of birdlife and the occasional wallaby. We offer private accommodation, with own entry through a shared garden, sitting room with a good selection of books and mags, Wifi and Bluetooth, kitchenette with a dining space, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Very close to main wedding venues eg Bendooley Estate and Centennial Vineyards. Walking distance to Bowral, and close to Mittagong .

The space
The property contains 2 bedrooms: a queen sized bed, and 2 king singles in the second bedroom. Being self contained, it also contains a guest bathroom, separate sitting room looking into the garden,and small kitchen with dining area. Please note that when 2 guests wish to use both bedrooms for a one night stay we add an extra $50.00 to the fee. We provide quality linen, fresh local produce for breakfast with espresso coffee and tea, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and radio - all set within a charming space surrounded by contemporary original artwork.

Situated at the base of Mount Gibraltar with access to trails from the garden, this property offers a relaxed atmosphere in a secluded garden setting, which guests are encouraged to use. Located in a secluded part of Bowral, within easy walking distance to shops and cafes, this quiet country property provides you with a modern rustic charm that is sure to help you unwind and forget the stress of modern city life.

Guest access
I will send driving instructions closer to your arrival date .There is a small gravel path to the accommodation. The property adjoins Mt Gibraltar Reserve and guests can access the trails via the garden, and we encourage our guests to enjoy the garden and natural bird life.
We provide breakfast foods.
Guests can access a washing machine and dryer upon request.
We also have a collection of books on the local area and can recommend several wineries, walks, lookouts, picnic spots and local attractions.
Other things to note
Check out time is 10.00, but can be a bit flexible with prior arrangement.

Property manager

Fiona ormsby

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 2576, PID-STRA-34003

About the area

Bowral

Bowral is home to this apartment. Harper's Mansion and Berrima Courthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tractorless Vineyard and Bowral Golf Course. International Cricket Hall of Fame and Bendooley Estate Book Barn are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Bowral, NSW

What's nearby

  • Corbett Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bowral Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Destination Southern Highlands - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Centennial Vineyards - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn - 10 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Bowral Station - 5 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eden Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gumnut Patisserie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toshi's Japanese Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪HOME No.9 Thai Cuisine by Bangkok House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is woodland retreat - guest studio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at woodland retreat - guest studio?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at woodland retreat - guest studio?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is woodland retreat - guest studio located?

Situated in Bowral, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Tractorless Vineyard. Corbett Gardens and Mount Jellore Lookout are also within 2 miles (3 km). Bowral Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb

Beautiful stylish small cottage in a delightful garden..with all that you need for a comfortable stay - highly recommended !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A truly lovely break away.

Woodland Retreat is exactly that - a lovely, very well appointed, cosy little bungalow in a wonderful location close to all the good things that the Southern Highlands has to offer. Amazing value, with two separate rooms for two singles travelling - not always easy to find. It sits in the most lovely, peaceful garden. The hosts are so helpful and friendly. I can't recommend this place highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

roland i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great little getaway

A great little retreat up on the hill. Perfect for a quick weekend away. The place was just as specified - what was not clear was all of the great little pieces that they had provided. Breakfast options, hot drinks more. A great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Safia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Woodland

Property was nice/cozy and the garden outside was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

deanne s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just stunning

Cute cottage in the mist beautiful surrounds. Immaculate garden, quiet scenic location, against a backdrop of birdsong and parkland perfect for scenic walks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aparna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky and pleasant

Cosy, aesthetic decor, lovely garden setting, friendly host, good location. Was a pleasant weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

charming. well provisioned.

The location is very quiet. Cottage is comfortable and homely. Garden is serene. Still close enough to Bowral centre. Hosts friendly and accomodating. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and welcoming

Everything was as described and more. Fiona was kind and friendly. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little House at the Bottom of Gibraltar

Very cosy house surrounded by a beautiful garden. Very well equipped, including many books and a few board games to play. Some bush walks near by and not far from Bowral or Mittagong.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Mrs

Property was clean and comfortable,we were only there over night so didn’t get to checkout the outside.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Property - Perfect for our overnight stay

Sent one night in the property to break up our trip to the Hunter Valley. Lovely country setting. Peaceful and quiet. Just what we needed after a pretty long drive. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Accommodation for working short stay

Accommodation was perfect for myself and 2 adult daughters - very clean, neat and well appointed. Greeted on arrival by Graham and provided with a lovely loaf of bread, fresh jam, fruit and fresh milk for our consumption. Positioned a short drive from central Mittagong and the RSL club (where we chose to eat dinner after working busy days). It's shame we didn't have time to sit and enjoy the beautiful gardens and fabulous book selection - maybe next time. Thankyou Graham and Fiona for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another blissful weekend in Bowral

This was our second stay. My friend and I live in Canberra and the Blue Mountains so this spot is a perfect half way point. It's great to have 2 seperate bedrooms at either end of the space and we enjoy meeting in the middle to socialise in the kitchen/lounge. Beds are comfy with crisp sheets and we appreciated the nourishment provided (loaf of bread and condiments, muesli, selection of teas etc). Such a pleasant setting at the base of Mt Gibraltar. The lush green garden and sounds of frogsong only added to the relaxing atmosphere. Grateful for a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely spot

The property was lovely and host very helpful but did have problems communicating with Stayz itself. Had trouble accessing them when we had password problems and could not find phone contact.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent overnight stay in Bowral

This property is even better than the pictures. Small but everything about this property was great, hosts have thought of everything. Comfortably fit 4 adults. When organising always prompt responses and very accomodating allowing early checkin to get to a Winery concert. The hosts Fiona and Grahame were lovely, we were met on arrival and everything explained about accomodation and local area, provided great beds, pillows and linen, towels and bathroom supplies, provided breakfast and tea coffee and hot chocolate. Very clean, beds comfortable, electric blankets if you need, sufficient heating, shower good. Close to Bowral less than 5 min by car. Loads of books and games. Lovely lounge area Surrounded by beautiful gardens. Prompt taxi service to concert we attended at Winery. This property was perfect however in Bowral Wifi is inconsistent everywhere. Really enjoyed our stay here excellent and exactly what we needed. Thankyou!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the quiet solitude.

Couldn’t have asked for better accommodation. It was clean, comfortable, quiet, with climatic conditions, warm and cosy. Loved the garden surrounds; the marked walking trails. The only downside was the loose seat on one of the dining chairs! Jenny said ‘Thank you’ for the books.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Lovely cottage in peaceful leafy location. Friendly hosts. Unexpected extras provided that we didn’t expect (breakfast items, nice coffee).Highly recommend. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

VJ W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Very special location, quiet and peaceful, everything needed for an enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cate D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely retreat

A cosy stay with lots of extras, books, games, and treats plus value for $ . I highly recommend this Woodland retreat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Biwral getaway

Glorious little place near the mountain. Comfy beds, peaceful, many tea options and thoughtful provisions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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Hosted by Fiona ormsby

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